New Haven Legion to Host Public Meeting

Thursday, August 24 by Jc Tinsley

It was an icy, cold early February morning when residents of New Haven woke to find their beloved American Legion Post 1141 had burned to the ground. The Legion has a new commander, Cody Rhein and he’s inviting the public to a meeting...

Communities Pick up Thousands in Grant Funding to Help Identify and Repair Lead Water Lines

Thursday, August 24 by Jc Tinsley

Several communities throughout southern Illinois have been named winners of funding to assist in meeting requirements outlined in the Lead Service Line Replacement and Notification Act. The grant program offered funds ranging from $20,000 to $50,000 to help communities develop a complete material...

Strean Arrested on Same Drug Charges Months after Guilty Plea

Thursday, August 24 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi man is back behind bars on the same drug charges just 8 months after a previous arrest. 67 year old David Strean was arrested back in December and charged with possession of meth. He’d be found guilty, given a 6 month stayed...

Thursday, August 24 by Cole Carter

The 2023 High School Football season in Illinois kicks off tomorrow night, and for the Carmi-White County Bulldogs it is a matchup with the Flora Wolves. Last season Flora came into Carmi and upset the Bulldogs 30-24 in week 9 to clinch...

Open Line ON DEMAND – Carmi Kiwanis Club 2023 Entertainment Announcement

Wednesday, August 23 by Jc Tinsley

Corn Day 2023 is just around the corner. Tune in as Carmi Kiwanis Club President Emily Williams and Entertainment Chair Luke Sailer announce the headliner for this year's festival coming October 13th and 14th!

Fairfield Memorial Hospital Awarded for Effort to Eliminate Rural Health Disparities

Wednesday, August 23 by Jc Tinsley

People who live in rural communities live an average of three years fewer than their urban counterparts and face a 30% increased risk for stroke mortality — a gap that has grown over the past two decades. Fairfield Memorial Hospital is committed to changing...

Simmons Picked Up by Carmi PD on Warrant Tuesday

Wednesday, August 23 by Jc Tinsley

A young Carmi man many have seen walking about the streets is behind bars following his arrest Tuesday evening. About a quarter after 6pm, officers with the Carmi PD picked up 24 year old Shane Simmons of Stewart Street. They say he was wanted...

Three Dead after Head On Semi Crash on Hamilton/Saline County Line Tuesday

Wednesday, August 23 by Jc Tinsley

Three are dead following a head on Truck Tractor Semi Trailer accident near County Line Road of Illinois 142 in Hamilton County Tuesday. According to Illinois State Police, a southbound passenger vehicle attempted to pass a vehicle and lost control going off the roadway...

Local Sports Recap – August 23, 2023

Wednesday, August 23 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County Lady Bulldog Volleyball defeated Edwards County last night in two sets 25-22, 25-19. The Lady Bulldogs start the season off 2-0, and they will have some time off as their next match won’t be until next Thursday when they...

Carmi Unit 5 School Board Approves Second SRO; New Hires, Resignations, Reassignments

Tuesday, August 22 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi White County School Board met for half an hour Monday night for its regular monthly session. Scott Mareing was there and has this report… The board approved a Second School Resource Officer for the 2023-24 school...